GEC01: The Life and Works of Rizal THE IMPORTANCE OF STUDYING RIZAL
Module 1: HISTORICAL CONTEXT OF THE 1. Learning About Rizal Helps Solve Problems:
RIZAL LAW Studying Jose Rizal's life and times can teach us
how to deal with problems today. It's like
ABOUT JOSE RIZAL:
looking at the past to figure out how to fix things
• Full Name - José Protacio Rizal Mercado in the present.
y Alonso Realonda A student studying Rizal's writings about social
• Born – moonlit night of Wednesday, June 19, injustice and inequality. They might apply these
1861 in Calamba, Laguna insights to understand and address modern-day
• Died on December 30, 1896 (aged 35) Manila, issues like poverty or discrimination, inspiring
Philippines them to work towards solutions.
• Baptized in the Catholic Church of his town
on June 22, aged 3 days old by the parish priest 2. Understanding Our Filipino Identity: When
Fr. Rufino Collantes. we learn about Rizal, we get a better sense of
• His name “Jose” was chosen by his mother who who we are as Filipinos. It's like looking at old
was a devotee of Christian saint San Jose (St. family photos to understand our history and
Joseph) where we come from.
• His surname “Rizal” in Spanish means an
evergreen fields (where wheat, cut while still Picture a family gathering where grandparents
green, sprouts again, areas of land that remain share stories about their ancestors' struggles and
green and lush throughout the year) triumphs. Learning about their heritage helps
• During the christening ceremony, Father younger generations connect with their Filipino
identity and appreciate their cultural roots.
Collantes was impressed by the baby’s big head
and told to the members of the family who were
present: “Take good care of this child for 3. Learning About Love for Our Country:
someday he will became a great man.” Rizal's life shows us how to love and be loyal to
our country.
• Parents: Francisco Mercado Rizal and
Teodora Alonso Realonda
A school assembly where a respected
• Francisco Mercado Rizal – born in Binan,
community leader talks about their dedication to
Laguna on May 11, 1818
improving their town. They might attribute their
• Dona Teodora – born in Manila on November 8,
passion for their nation to the values they
1826
learned from Rizal's life and writings.
• Rizal was the 7th of 11th children (9 sister and 2
boys; Saturnina, Paciano, Narcisa, Olympia, 4. Life Lessons from Rizal: We can learn
Lucia, Maria, Jose, Concepcion, Josefa, important life lessons from how Rizal dealt with
Trinidad, Soledad tough situations. It's like reading a book where
• Rizal’s Ancestry – mixture of races; Negrito, the main character faces challenges and makes
Indonesian, Malay, Chinese (father’s side), good choices.
Japanese, and Spanish (mother’s side)
• Surname Rizal – The real surname of the Rizal Young professional facing a difficult decision at
family was Mercado, which was adopted in 1731 work. They might remember how Rizal, when
by Domingo Lamco (the paternal great-great confronted with challenging situations, chose
grandfather of Jose Rizal) honesty and integrity. This inspires them to
make the right choice, even if it's difficult.
5. Improving Our Thinking Skills: Studying
Rizal helps us become better at thinking and
making decisions. It's like getting better at
solving puzzles or problems.
, A college classroom, students analyze Rizal's R.A 1425 RIZAL LAW
political essays and speeches. They learn to
An Act to Include in the Curricula of all Public and
critically evaluate arguments, distinguish fact
Private Schools, Colleges and Universities Courses on
from opinion, and form their own well-reasoned
the Life, Works and Writings of Jose Rizal, particularly
opinions, which they can apply to contemporary
his novels Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo,
issues.
Authorizing the Printing and Distribution thereof, and
for other purposes.
6. Rizal is a Role Model: Rizal can be someone
we look up to and want to be like because he had Date Approved: June 12, 1956
good values and ideas. It's like having a
superhero as a role model. It is mandated by the law.
HISTORY OF RIZAL LAW
A young athlete who looks up to Rizal for his
dedication and discipline. They strive to work • Senate Bill 438 (Rizal Bill)
hard in their sport and maintain high moral • Principal Author – Sen. Claro M. Recto (main
values, just like Rizal did in his pursuit of author, creates the idea for the law)
education and advocacy for justice. • Bill Sponsor – Jose P. Laurel (supports and
promotes the idea to get it passed as a law)
7. Interesting Stories About Rizal: Learning about
Rizal is not just about facts; it's also about
exciting and real stories from his life. It's like Why the bill made controversial?
reading a fascinating adventure book about a
real person. • Recto’s original bill made it obligatory for college
and university student to study the life and works of
Readers are captivated by the true stories of Rizal.
Rizal's love life, friendships, and adventures. • The bill was not welcomed by various quarters.
These narratives bring history to life and make it - Catholic Action of the Philippines
more engaging and relatable. - Congregation of the Mission,
- Knights of Columbus
Both nationalism and patriotism involve love and loyalty - Catholic Teachers Guild
to one's country, nationalism tends to focus more on the
• Conformity - Countered by:
nation itself, its identity, and its interests, sometimes to
- Veteranos de la Revolucion (Spirit of 1896)
the exclusion of others. It's all about your country's
- Alagad in Rizal
identity and wanting it to be strong and independent.
- Freemasons
Patriotism, on the other hand, centers on the values and - Knights of Rizal.
principles that a country represents and often encourages • The catholic church assailed (condemned) the
inclusivity and a sense of duty to uphold those values. Rizal Bill as anti-church because it forced the
It's more about the values and ideas your country stands student to read Rizal’s work like El Filibusterismo
for, like freedom and fairness. It's about doing good and Noli Me Tangere which contain passages that
things for your country and being proud of its principles were anti-church.
• The church belived that the religios beliefs of the
young students would be harmed by reading the
RIZAL MEMORIALS IN HISTORICAL Rizal’s works while they were at their formative
CONTEXTS years.
• According to the Catholic church, the bill violated
THE FIRST MONUMENT IN HONOR OF JOSE the principle of freedom of religion and
RIZAL conscience of the learners.
Location: Daet, Camarines Norte
Designer: Lt. Colonel Antonio Sanz and Ildefonso • Every hearing in the senate, the priests were
Alegre present. Many of these priests were foreigners. This
Completed: December 30, 1898
Module 1: HISTORICAL CONTEXT OF THE 1. Learning About Rizal Helps Solve Problems:
RIZAL LAW Studying Jose Rizal's life and times can teach us
how to deal with problems today. It's like
ABOUT JOSE RIZAL:
looking at the past to figure out how to fix things
• Full Name - José Protacio Rizal Mercado in the present.
y Alonso Realonda A student studying Rizal's writings about social
• Born – moonlit night of Wednesday, June 19, injustice and inequality. They might apply these
1861 in Calamba, Laguna insights to understand and address modern-day
• Died on December 30, 1896 (aged 35) Manila, issues like poverty or discrimination, inspiring
Philippines them to work towards solutions.
• Baptized in the Catholic Church of his town
on June 22, aged 3 days old by the parish priest 2. Understanding Our Filipino Identity: When
Fr. Rufino Collantes. we learn about Rizal, we get a better sense of
• His name “Jose” was chosen by his mother who who we are as Filipinos. It's like looking at old
was a devotee of Christian saint San Jose (St. family photos to understand our history and
Joseph) where we come from.
• His surname “Rizal” in Spanish means an
evergreen fields (where wheat, cut while still Picture a family gathering where grandparents
green, sprouts again, areas of land that remain share stories about their ancestors' struggles and
green and lush throughout the year) triumphs. Learning about their heritage helps
• During the christening ceremony, Father younger generations connect with their Filipino
identity and appreciate their cultural roots.
Collantes was impressed by the baby’s big head
and told to the members of the family who were
present: “Take good care of this child for 3. Learning About Love for Our Country:
someday he will became a great man.” Rizal's life shows us how to love and be loyal to
our country.
• Parents: Francisco Mercado Rizal and
Teodora Alonso Realonda
A school assembly where a respected
• Francisco Mercado Rizal – born in Binan,
community leader talks about their dedication to
Laguna on May 11, 1818
improving their town. They might attribute their
• Dona Teodora – born in Manila on November 8,
passion for their nation to the values they
1826
learned from Rizal's life and writings.
• Rizal was the 7th of 11th children (9 sister and 2
boys; Saturnina, Paciano, Narcisa, Olympia, 4. Life Lessons from Rizal: We can learn
Lucia, Maria, Jose, Concepcion, Josefa, important life lessons from how Rizal dealt with
Trinidad, Soledad tough situations. It's like reading a book where
• Rizal’s Ancestry – mixture of races; Negrito, the main character faces challenges and makes
Indonesian, Malay, Chinese (father’s side), good choices.
Japanese, and Spanish (mother’s side)
• Surname Rizal – The real surname of the Rizal Young professional facing a difficult decision at
family was Mercado, which was adopted in 1731 work. They might remember how Rizal, when
by Domingo Lamco (the paternal great-great confronted with challenging situations, chose
grandfather of Jose Rizal) honesty and integrity. This inspires them to
make the right choice, even if it's difficult.
5. Improving Our Thinking Skills: Studying
Rizal helps us become better at thinking and
making decisions. It's like getting better at
solving puzzles or problems.
, A college classroom, students analyze Rizal's R.A 1425 RIZAL LAW
political essays and speeches. They learn to
An Act to Include in the Curricula of all Public and
critically evaluate arguments, distinguish fact
Private Schools, Colleges and Universities Courses on
from opinion, and form their own well-reasoned
the Life, Works and Writings of Jose Rizal, particularly
opinions, which they can apply to contemporary
his novels Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo,
issues.
Authorizing the Printing and Distribution thereof, and
for other purposes.
6. Rizal is a Role Model: Rizal can be someone
we look up to and want to be like because he had Date Approved: June 12, 1956
good values and ideas. It's like having a
superhero as a role model. It is mandated by the law.
HISTORY OF RIZAL LAW
A young athlete who looks up to Rizal for his
dedication and discipline. They strive to work • Senate Bill 438 (Rizal Bill)
hard in their sport and maintain high moral • Principal Author – Sen. Claro M. Recto (main
values, just like Rizal did in his pursuit of author, creates the idea for the law)
education and advocacy for justice. • Bill Sponsor – Jose P. Laurel (supports and
promotes the idea to get it passed as a law)
7. Interesting Stories About Rizal: Learning about
Rizal is not just about facts; it's also about
exciting and real stories from his life. It's like Why the bill made controversial?
reading a fascinating adventure book about a
real person. • Recto’s original bill made it obligatory for college
and university student to study the life and works of
Readers are captivated by the true stories of Rizal.
Rizal's love life, friendships, and adventures. • The bill was not welcomed by various quarters.
These narratives bring history to life and make it - Catholic Action of the Philippines
more engaging and relatable. - Congregation of the Mission,
- Knights of Columbus
Both nationalism and patriotism involve love and loyalty - Catholic Teachers Guild
to one's country, nationalism tends to focus more on the
• Conformity - Countered by:
nation itself, its identity, and its interests, sometimes to
- Veteranos de la Revolucion (Spirit of 1896)
the exclusion of others. It's all about your country's
- Alagad in Rizal
identity and wanting it to be strong and independent.
- Freemasons
Patriotism, on the other hand, centers on the values and - Knights of Rizal.
principles that a country represents and often encourages • The catholic church assailed (condemned) the
inclusivity and a sense of duty to uphold those values. Rizal Bill as anti-church because it forced the
It's more about the values and ideas your country stands student to read Rizal’s work like El Filibusterismo
for, like freedom and fairness. It's about doing good and Noli Me Tangere which contain passages that
things for your country and being proud of its principles were anti-church.
• The church belived that the religios beliefs of the
young students would be harmed by reading the
RIZAL MEMORIALS IN HISTORICAL Rizal’s works while they were at their formative
CONTEXTS years.
• According to the Catholic church, the bill violated
THE FIRST MONUMENT IN HONOR OF JOSE the principle of freedom of religion and
RIZAL conscience of the learners.
Location: Daet, Camarines Norte
Designer: Lt. Colonel Antonio Sanz and Ildefonso • Every hearing in the senate, the priests were
Alegre present. Many of these priests were foreigners. This
Completed: December 30, 1898
